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Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Super Green Kale Pesto Pizza offers a vibrant and healthy twist on traditional pizza by incorporating a rich kale pesto base made from fresh kale, basil, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese. Topped with gooey mozzarella and baked to perfection, it’s a flavorful and nutritious dish perfect for a quick meal or a cozy gathering.

Ingredients

For the Pizza

  • 1 pre-made pizza crust
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

For the Kale Pesto

  • 1 cup kale, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the pizza crust to a crispy, golden finish.
  2. Prepare the kale pesto: In a food processor, combine chopped kale, fresh basil leaves, walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend all ingredients until smooth to create a vibrant and flavorful kale pesto sauce.
  3. Spread the pesto: Evenly spread the freshly made kale pesto over the entire surface of the pre-made pizza crust, ensuring a good coverage for a delicious base.
  4. Add the cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the kale pesto layer to create a melty, gooey topping once baked.
  5. Bake the pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the mozzarella cheese becomes bubbly, lightly golden, and the crust is crisp.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Slice into desired pieces and serve warm for the best flavor experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts with pine nuts or almonds if preferred.
  • Feel free to add red pepper flakes to the pesto for a spicy kick.
  • The pre-made pizza crust can be replaced with a homemade one for a fresher option.
  • To make it vegetarian, ensure the Parmesan cheese is free from animal rennet.
  • Leftover pesto can be stored in the refrigerator and used as a dip or spread.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/super-green-kale-pesto-pizza-recipe-2/